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Abu Dhabi Airport

First Stop!!

Matthew Alfred Jones

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Person wearing glasses, a light blue shirt and wireless earbuds takes a selfie indoors under blue lighting, with geometric wall designs and a fire exit sign visible behind.
A traveller pauses for a light-hearted selfie during a long journey, capturing a memorable moment between destinations and reflecting the mix of anticipation, adventure and personal experiences that make travel so rewarding.

So today I woke up in the morning with a strange feeling, today is the day I travel!!!!

Person holding a custom "Countdown to Japan" whiteboard featuring a torii gate and Japanese-themed graphics, showing just three hours remaining before departure.
A traveller marks the final hours before departure with a personalised countdown board, capturing the excitement, anticipation and careful planning that comes with embarking on a dream journey to Japan.

I have never been a fan of take-off and landing when it comes to airplanes, but the rest of the time was a brilliant and wonderful time. I ordered a Priority Access pass which has helped me out with avoid long queues and only cost £35. I’d say it was well worth is as I could check in via business desk, be one of the first to board and when I get to Tokyo tomorrow, my baggage should be one of the first off, the plane.

Etihad Airways priority boarding sign at an airport gate, indicating boarding access for Business Class passengers and eligible Platinum and Gold loyalty members.
Priority boarding with Etihad Airways marks the beginning of a long-awaited journey, offering a smooth airport experience before departure and signalling that the adventure ahead is finally about to begin.
Person wearing glasses, a light blue shirt and wireless earbuds takes a selfie indoors under blue lighting, with geometric wall designs and a fire exit sign visible behind.
A traveller pauses for a light-hearted selfie during a long journey, capturing a memorable moment between destinations and reflecting the mix of anticipation, adventure and personal experiences that make travel so rewarding.

I Sit here writing this now before my next flight from Abu Dhabi airport, it is 20:36 and the next leg is around 10 hours. I just hope it is as smooth as the last leg was and I get to Narita International airport at around 13:10 tomorrow. This is a just a short one for now. Should put one up again tomorrow evening, well evening in Tokyo that is.